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Allison Jones

Special to The Courier-Journal

The Cantley home. (By Pam Spaulding, The Courier-Journal)

HOMEOWNERS: Vanessa and Shawn Cantley and their sons, Maclean and Lawson. Shawn and Vanessa Cantley are trial attorneys and partners in Bahe Cook Cantley & Nefzger PLC. Shawn is also a partner in The Silver Dollar, a restaurant scheduled to open this summer in the old Albert A. Stoll firehouse on Frankfort Avenue. HOME: A 3,000-square-foot home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms in the Highlands. DISTINCTIVE ELEMENTS: Open floor plan, updated kitchen, functional furnishings that are durable enough for young children, finished lower level with wet bar, a dressing room for Vanessa, and bright colors throughout. APPLAUSE! APPLAUSE! The Cantleys said they were thrilled with the work of Barry Stevens Electric; Rodney Terry Plumbing; Plumber's Supply; carpenter Brian Reeding; Ray Flener of Carpet Remnant Outlet; Brecher's Lighting; Curry and Company; Alcott & Bentley; furniture by CR Laine, Bernhardt, Uttermost, Baker, Sarreid; Bargain Supply; Goss Avenue Antiques & Interiors; Drew Gard of Avant Gard; Stonemark for the granite counters; real estate agent/broker Gant Hill; and interior designers Joshua Wilkes, Lisa Angell and Barry Wooley of Barry Wooley Designs.

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GETTING IT RIGHT

The home that Shawn and Vanessa Cantley found had great potential, but they needed help creating a comfortable space that would not only be functional for their children, but also have style for entertaining. They consulted with Barry Wooley of Barry Wooley Designs to take their home to the next level.

ORANGE POP

Short shag carpeting adorns the hardwood floors in the living room. The bay window embraces the sofa, and two swivel chairs upholstered in a colorful print provide comfortable seating. A coffee table with a hammered-copper top centers the seating area. Two bright orange ottomans sit in front of the fireplace. Built-in shelves showcase photographs. Antique Cream walls display metal artwork and a vibrant print of a sunflower. The game table is surrounded by four chairs.

Walls in the dining room are Inca Orange above Antique Cream wainscot with a ledge showcasing black and white photographs of the family. Surrounded by six chairs, the mid-century table is a versatile piece accommodating any sort of gathering. A sideboard displays collectibles.

Three contemporary light fixtures highlight the kitchen's island, which has a marble countertop and an abundance of drawers for storage. Three bar chairs provide seating. A white brick backsplash accents the espresso cabinetry with chrome handles. Off the kitchen is a mudroom with plenty of cubbies and a wall coat rack ideal for keeping track of the boys' things.

CREATURE COMFORTS

The lower level is open and functional. A sectional sofa with colorful throw pillows and a striped club chair with ottoman provide seating. A built-in entertainment center holds the flat-screen TV. A series of paintings is showcased on the wall. A wet bar is a handy addition when entertaining. Two lamps with orange shades provide soft lighting.

Upstairs, the master bedroom is a welcome retreat for Vanessa and Shawn. An orange sofa upholstered in a quilt fabric offers a place to relax while watching the built-in flat-screen TV in the cozy sitting area. Floral pillows and a luxurious comforter adorn the bed, which has a leather headboard. Walls are Dusty Aqua and Chocolate and showcase decorative mirrors. Glass-based lamps on two end tables brighten the room. A dresser with family photographs completes the room.

PERSONAL SPACE

Palmetto walls give the master bathroom a serene feel. Tower cabinetry between two sinks provides storage. The claw-foot tub, original to the home, is ideal for soaking the day away. Black and white photographs of the boys are found throughout the space.

Vanessa wanted a space to call her own that would accommodate all of her clothes, shoes and accessories. With that idea in mind, an elegant dressing room was born. Built-in shelves allow easy access to her clothing. Walls here are also Palmetto. An antique mirror finds a spot in the corner. Nearby is a wrought-iron bench with a cream cushion and a corner accent chair.